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International Screenwriting Competition (ISC)

New Jersey, United States

Festival overview

About International Screenwriting Competition (ISC)

Physical film festival in New Jersey, United States with submission categories including Script of Short Film and Script of Feature Film.

Script of Feature & Short Films The International Screenwriting Competition (ISC) stands as a dynamic venture spearheaded by Nil Production Corporate, operating in tandem with the acclaimed International Filmmaker Festival of New York (IFFNY), a prestigious event firmly rooted in the bustling cityscape of New York City since its inception in 2012. At the heart of ISC's mission is the unwavering commitment to recognizing and fostering the immense talent within the global community of screenwriters.

ISC serves as an integral component of the larger tapestry of IFFNY, enriching the festival's scope by specifically focusing on the art and craft of screenwriting. Established with the aim of providing a platform for emerging and established writers alike, ISC endeavors to celebrate the power of storytelling and cinematic narrative.

In fostering an environment that values and honors the diverse voices and narratives of screenwriters globally, ISC plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of cinematic storytelling, one compelling script at a time. PLEASE READ OUR RULES & TERMS BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR PROJECT

Schedule

Important Dates

Call for Entries Opens
Jun 15, 2026
Final Submission Deadline
May 31, 2027
Notification Date
Jun 1, 2027
Festival Starts
Jun 5, 2027
Festival Ends
Jun 7, 2027
Recognition

Awards & Prizes

Cash Prizes: 3,800$Cash Prizes: 3,800$
Eligibility

Rules & Eligibility

General Rules+

  1. All screenwriters can apply with their script of feature film & short film.

  2. All Scripts submitted must be: -Short: minimum 3 pages. -Feature: minimum 50 pages.

  3. All Scripts must be in English.

  4. All applicants must submit a poster or image to represent their script.

  5. Applicants may submit more than one Script in any chosen category.

  6. All submissions must be accompanied by the appropriate submission fee PER ENTRY.

  7. Scripts must be the original work of the applicant.

  8. Each script must be original, unproduced, and not an adaptation or translation of an existing work.

  9. If a submission involves two or more writers as applicants, the monetary prize and any reimbursements will be divided equally among them and only one Typewriter Award will be provided.

  10. Once an entry payment has been received we cannot provide a refund.

  11. If a payment is disputed by an entrant for any reason, the entrant may be subject to any transaction fees or similar amounts incurred by ISC in connection with the dispute.

  12. No revisions or missing pages will be accepted once an entry has been received.

  13. Awards are based solely on the overall merit of entries.

  14. Judges reserve the right not to grant an award.

  15. Online submissions will r

Current Categories, Deadlines & Fees

Category

Script of Short Film

All scripts in this category must be a minimum of 3 pages and max 50. All scripts must be written in English. Scripts must be the original work of the applicant. Each script must be original, unproduced, and not an adaptation or translation of an existing work.

Current FeeUSD 30.00Early
Category

Script of Feature Film

All scripts in this category must be a minimum of 50 pages and max 200 pages. All scripts must be written in English. Scripts must be the original work of the applicant. Each script must be original, unproduced, and not an adaptation or translation of an existing work.

Current FeeUSD 40.00Early